Franz Petter Schmidt

Franz Petter Schmidt is Professor of Textile Art at the Oslo National Academy of the Arts, maintaining an innovative studio practice while teaching in the Art and Craft faculty. His work bridges textile industry expertise with artistic research.

Schmidt's research examines:

• Historical textile manufacturing techniques
• Suit fabric development and tailoring materials
• Industrial heritage preservation
• Art-industry collaborations
• Material culture documentation

His doctoral research 'Weaving Fabrics for Suits' explored Norwegian textile industry history, establishing his unique position at the intersection of production knowledge and artistic practice. Recent activities include collaborative projects with heritage woolen mills and participation in international fashion platforms like Paris Fashion Week. Schmidt maintains a studio at Prinds Christian Augusts Minde, a protected historical weaving mill in Oslo.